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What are The Types and Degrees of Burns?

If you have this type of burn, the outer layer of your skin as well the dermis – the layer underneath – has been damaged. These burns destroy all l...

Sunburn Treatment

Sunburn is damage to the outermost layers of your skin. Take a cool bath or shower to cool skin. Apply cool compresses to soothe skin. Oatmeal: Put...

Internal Bleeding Due to Trauma

Internal bleeding damages the body both from the loss of blood and from the pressure the misplaced blood puts on other organs and tissues. Doctors ...

Guidelines for CPR and Automated External Defibrillators

CPR should be used when a person stops breathing and their heart has stopped beating. CPR keeps oxygenated blood flowing to the brain and heart unt...

Fever

A fever is a body temperature that’s higher than is considered normal. A malaria infection, for example, may cause a fever that typically comes bac...

Causes and Treatment of Coughs in Children

DO NOT give honey-based cough drops to children age 1 or younger. Moist air can help children cope with croup; try a warm, steamy bathroom or cool ...

What is Normal Body Temperature?

A body temperature higher than your normal range is a fever. However, if your temperature is 103 F or higher or if you’ve had a fever for more than...

Insect Sting Vs. Insect Bite: Whats The Difference?

A sting is what happens when an insect injects poison (venom) into your skin. In some cases, people who are allergic to the venom can have a life-t...

Understanding Frostbite -- The Basics

Frostbite refers to the freezing of body tissue (usually skin) that results when the blood vessels contract, reducing blood flow and oxygen to the ...

Thermal Burns Treatment

Stop Burning Immediately.

How to Take Care of Your Wound After Surgery

Also, don't put on any lotion, cream, or herbal product unless you've checked with your doctor first. Your doctor will tell you how to wash out you...

What is The RICE Method for Injuries?

If you’ve ever hurt your ankle or had another type of sprain or strain, chances are your doctor recommended rest, ice, compression, and elevation (...